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ART 117** Non-Western Art History

ART 117** Non-Western Art History This course introduces non-Western cultural perspectives. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to, African, Oriental, and Oceanic art forms throughout history. Upon completion, students…

ART 121*** Two-Dimensional Design

ART 121*** Two-Dimensional Design This course introduces the elements and principles of design as applied to two- dimensional art. Emphasis is placed on the structural elements, the principles of visual…

ART 122*** Three-Dimensional Design

ART 122*** Three-Dimensional Design This course introduces basic studio problems in three-dimensional visual design. Emphasis is placed on the structural elements and organizational principles as applied to mass and space.…

ART 131*** Drawing I

ART 131*** Drawing I This course introduces the language of drawing and the use of various drawing materials. Emphasis is placed on drawing techniques, media, and graphic principles. Upon completion,…

ART 132*** Drawing II

ART 132*** Drawing II This course continues instruction in the language of drawing and the use of various materials. Emphasis is placed on experimentation in the use of drawing techniques,…

ART 135*** Figure Drawing I

ART 135*** Figure Drawing I This course introduces rendering the human figure with various drawing materials. Emphasis is placed on the use of the visual elements, anatomy, and proportion in…

ART 215*** Visual Art Portfolio

ART 215*** Visual Art Portfolio This course covers the organization of a comprehensive body of work designed to showcase the visual artist’s competencies in selected media and is intended for…

ART 240*** Painting I

ART 240*** Painting I This course introduces the language of painting and the use of various painting materials. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and use of various painting techniques,…

ART 241*** Painting II

ART 241*** Painting II This course provides a continuing investigation of the materials, processes, and techniques of painting. Emphasis is placed on the exploration of expressive content using a variety…

ART 264*** Digital Photography I

ART 264*** Digital Photography I This course introduces digital photographic equipment, theory and processes. Emphasis is placed on camera operation, composition, computer photo manipulation and creative expression. Upon completion, students…
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